Horehound - Herbs
Associations:
- Planet: Mercury
- Crystals: Clear Quartz, Agate, Smoky Quartz
- Gods/Goddesses: Hermes, Thoth, Brigid
- Astrological Signs: Gemini, Virgo, Aquarius
- Element: Air
- Chakras: Throat Chakra (communication and clarity), Solar Plexus Chakra (willpower and strength)
- Deities: Deities of Wisdom, Communication, and Healing
Description: Horehound, known for its bitter yet potent properties, has long been used in both medicinal and magical traditions for its power to heal, protect, and purify. Aligned with Mercury, Horehound embodies the energy of clarity, communication, and mental acuity, making it useful in rituals designed for purification, breaking hexes, and improving focus. Spiritually, it is used to create protective barriers, dispel negative energies, and enhance clear communication, particularly helpful when one needs to speak with conviction or cleanse the mind of unwanted thoughts. With connections to deities such as Hermes and Brigid, Horehound is ideal for offerings related to healing, creativity, and wisdom. Crystals like Clear Quartz and Agate resonate with Horehound’s purifying properties, enhancing its ability to bring clarity and protection. Astrologically, it is linked to Gemini, Virgo, and Aquarius, supporting clear thought, adaptability, and a logical approach to challenges. Medicinally, Horehound is known for its expectorant qualities, often used to treat coughs and respiratory issues, and to support digestive health. Brewed as a tea, Horehound provides a bitter yet effective remedy that helps clear congestion and improve overall respiratory function, while spiritually helping to clear blockages in both energy and communication.
Ways to Use Horehound: Horehound can be used in various ways to benefit from its magical and medicinal properties. Brew it as a tea or create a syrup to soothe coughs and ease respiratory issues, or add it to a ritual bath for spiritual cleansing and to dispel negativity. Horehound is particularly effective in protection spells—use the dried herb in sachets, sprinkle it around entryways, or burn it as incense to create a barrier against harmful energies. It can also be used in spells aimed at enhancing clarity and communication, such as adding it to charm bags or using it in anointing oil before speaking engagements or important conversations. As an offering, Horehound is suitable for deities like Hermes or Thoth, invoking their blessings of wisdom, eloquence, and healing. Its purifying nature makes it an excellent herb for use in rituals to break hexes or remove unwanted influences, promoting strength, resilience, and mental clarity.
This herb is packaged in a home kitchen and is not inspected by the Department of
State Health Services or a local health department.
Package contains 1/2 oz. of herbs.